The esteemed Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) welcomes the seasoned legal expert Gizelle Wray to its leadership ranks. Assuming the position of vice president and general counsel, Wray brings a wealth of expertise, returning to SEIA from her most recent role in regulatory affairs. Her comprehensive experience in the sector spans more than a decade and signals her readiness to navigate the complex legal landscape of the energy industry.
A Legal Luminary Rejoins SEIA
It’s a time of celebration for the solar community as Gizelle Wray rejoins SEIA. Her prior stint within the organization as the senior director of regulatory affairs and counsel laid a strong foundation for the critical role she steps into today. Abigail Ross Hopper, SEIA’s president, and CEO expressed her excitement about Wray’s return, citing her acute legal acumen and dedication to solar energy advocacy. There’s a palpable confidence that her guidance will be pivotal for solar power to ascend as a principal energy source.
Tackling Legal, Governance, and Consumer Protection
In a sector that’s rapidly expanding with millions of new solar installations, Wray steps in to marshal SEIA’s legal governance and consumer protection efforts. The aim is to ensure that the solar industry adheres to high standards of integrity. Wray envisions a future where solar installations are not only prevalent but also exemplify reliability, safety, and meet or exceed customer expectations.
Championing an Equitable Energy Transition
Gizelle Wray stands poised to steer SEIA through the transformative phase known as the Solar+ Decade. With her eyes on the energy transition, she’s committed to overseeing the deployment of solar and storage infrastructure. Under her general counsel, this rollout will be safe, secure, reliable, and cost-effective — making clean energy accessible to all Americans. In a landmark advancement for the organization, Wray takes pride in being SEIA’s first female general counsel, vowing to intertwine prosperity with the nation’s carbon reduction and climate targets.
Wray’s Track Record in Solar and Regulatory Affairs
Before her return, Wray demonstrated her regulatory finesse at Savion, part of Shell‘s portfolio, leading legal and advocacy efforts that culminated in the successful launch of a solar plant in Ohio. Her seasoned expertise is further underscored by her international work with the National Association of Regulatory Commissioners and her tenure at the North America Electric Reliability Corporation, where she honed her skills in enforcement counsel.
This strategic addition to SEIA’s executive team marks a spirited continuation of its mission to propel solar energy forward, hailing Gizelle Wray’s lead counsel as both a strategic asset and a historical milestone for the organization and the broader energy community.
